Holly Wetzel, Vice President of Communications, American
Gaming Association
FACT: The economic impact of the commercial gaming industry
is equivalent to 1 percent of the U.S. gross domestic product.
Surprised? It’s true! Commercial casinos provide jobs, tax
revenues, business opportunities for suppliers and a diverse array of entertainment
options for our customers. When you factor in how casinos impact the supply
chain and employee spending trickles down through the economy, the positive
impact of our business spreads well beyond our casino walls.
To learn more, check out the AGA’s new two-minute video
“illustrating” the economic impact of commercial casinos:
Share this video and help spread the word about how
commercial casinos help the economy. And
be on the lookout for more videos coming from the AGA throughout the year to
help educate key stakeholders about our business.
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